it’s ok to just do what feels right 🫶🏼 #rayofsunshineparenting #parenting #parentcoach #parentingcoach #parentingtips #parentingwithintention #parentingquotes

Oh, what a life ✨ #rayofsunshineparenting #parentcoach #parentingwithunderstanding #parentingwithintention #parenting #cosleeping #cosleepingmama

You might be ready for a new way of parenting if you: 😩 Struggle to manage toddler tantrums 😆 Can’t deal with all the defiance 😊 Want to develop deeper connection with your child 🤐 Are trying to stop yelling so much 😡 Feel angry all the time and aren’t sure why With the transformational parenting program you can experience a profound shift in your family life, with increased connection and confidence to provide the best foundation for your child’s future. It’s the easiest investment you’ll ever make. ✨ 📞 BOOK YOUR FREE CALL TODAY 🔗 LINK IN BIO #rayofsunshineparenting #parentcoach #parenting #parentcoaching #parentingcoach #empoweredparenting #transformationalparenting

You have a lifetime to work, your children are only young once. 🫶🏼☀️ #rayofsunshineparenting

as a mama, no matter what route you choose, they all have their own perks and their own struggles. working moms often wish they could stay home with their babies, while stay-at-home mamas often wish they could be out of the house and contribute financially. finding a balance is something my family is working on, but what sums it up daily is that it’s all just plain hard. sending love to those of you that feel the same way! #rayofsunshineparenting #parenting #parentingtips #parentcoach #parentingcoach #parentcoaching

‘Attachment’ ‘Gentle’ ‘Crunchy’ ‘Intensively motherly’ Yeah I suppose In some ways That’s the mum I turned out to be But please don’t mistake Any of these things For a passive timidity Don’t condemn me as a martyr To this child that I adore She who took this rabbit heart of mine And taught it how to roar Don’t label me a pushover For meeting her every need Because I’ll fiercely defend the practices That supposedly make me weak I’ll wake frequently in the night For as long as she needs I’ll not chase every milestone But rather follow her lead I’ll recognise when she’s struggling And lashing out at me I’ll not retaliate with punishment But hold her tenderly I’ll ask if she wants a cuddle When she’s screaming in the street I’ll try to exhibit a kind of patience That doesn’t come so naturally I’ll bend over backwards With such fierce ferocity You see It takes a lot of strength To be So very ‘weak’ -———————— Words: Mother Truths 🎨Art by: Morgan Casey Art 📚 Poem “Fiercely Gentle Mother” Taken from the poetry book: “Mother Truths: Poems on Early Motherhood” #rayofsunshineparenting

the newborn fog and jaundice was real #rayofsunshineparenting

that’s all that matters 😭🫶🏼 #parentcoach #parentcoaching #parenting #parentingtips #parents #parentlife #parenthood #rayofsunshineparenting

We’ve all had those moments. You’re rushing, having an off day, and the smallest inconvenience sends you over the edge. You “flip your lid” as @drdansiegel says! 🤬 Guess what?? Good news - IT’s OK. It happens. BUT, how often does that happen to you?? If it’s often, chances are your nervous system needs nurturing! ❤️‍🩹 To nurture your nervous system, in a nutshell, it’s important to work on noticing your body’s cues, and learn when you’re moving up ⬆️ on your body’s “thermometer,” so you can focus on your sensory calming tools to try and prevent that lid from flipping!! Imagine being able to have those minor inconveniences and be able to roll with the punches, laugh about it, embrace the chaos, and move on with your day- without regretting yelling at your children or beating yourself up about it. A peaceful home IS POSSIBLE! Need support in learning the skills to switch from CHAOS 🗣️ to CONNECTION?? 🫂 Book your complimentary call today to get started. #parenting #parentcoaching #danielsiegel #neuroscience #parentcoaching #parentingcoach #rayofsunshineparenting

Postpartum is about taking care of mom, too ♥️

We pour our hearts in nurturing our children through their journey to adulthood, only to yearn for the innocence of their younger days. It’s a bittersweet cycle. We encourage maturity beyond their years, occasionally reprimanding them for not meeting expectations, yet we long for the simplicity of their joyful innocence. At times, it’s essential to release judgments and preconceptions, allowing our children to embrace their current selves without the weight of future projections. Let’s let kids just be kids. ☀️ #parenting #parentcoach #parentcoaching #parentingcoach #rayofsunshineparenting #nurturerevolution #parentingwithunderstanding #parentingwithintention

they weren’t lying when they said time goes by too fast 🥺 #rayofsunshineparenting

it’s not our time, it’s theirs. we will have our time again. #rayofsunshineparenting #parentcoach #parentingtips #parentcoaching #parentingcoach #parentingwithunderstanding #parentingwithintention

I think that’s the most important job you could ever have 🥺✨

Imagine if every time you were having a bad day your partner or your boss just told you “you’re fine” or “get over it!” ‼️ Our children may be smaller in size, but their feelings and needs are just as important and valid as those of adults. ❤️‍🩹 It is key to create a safe environment where children feel comfortable expressing themselves! 🔑 When they do feel safe and comfortable enough to do so, by acknowledging their emotions, validating their experiences, and responding with care and support, we are nurturing them from the inside out! ☀️ #parent #parentingwithunderstanding #parentingwithintention #parenting #parentsupport #empoweredparenting #empoweredparents #parentcoach #parentcoaching

I struggle daily with being in the moment with my daughter. There are always a million things on my mind. Balancing working, taking care of the house, taking care of myself, and giving my baby all the love and attention she needs is hard. Sometimes it’s a nice reminder to just slow down and enjoy the moment. I’m working on it daily! My advice to you (and me) is to swing on the swing, go for a walk, admire your kiddo playing, hold them while they nap, talk with them while they eat lunch, stop and smell the roses. ✨ The dishes will always be there. Your baby at this age won’t. ❤️‍🩹

& I wouldn’t have it any other way! #parenting #motherhood #motherhoodquotes #parents #parentsupport #parentcoach #parentingcoach

When we take the time to nurture ourselves, we’re better equipped to be the confident, patient, understanding and loving parent our children need.

Learning to respond with love for our children is essential for their emotional well-being and development. 🧠 This includes: ☀️ active listening ☀️ validating emotions ☀️ modeling behaviors ☀️ setting boundaries with kindness ☀️ showing up physically and emotionally ☀️ encouraging autonomy Responding with love helps create a nurturing and supportive atmosphere where children can thrive emotionally, socially, and cognitively. It is up to us as parents to grow more emotionally attuned to ourselves, so that we can pass that positivity down to our children.❤️

thank you so much @moon.bloom.photo for capturing our family 📸🫶🏼

If you ever doubt showing up matters,⁣ ⁣next time you’re at the basketball game cheering in the bleachers,⁣ ⁣or the dance recital ready to snap photos,⁣ ⁣ look at your kid’s reaction when they first spot you.⁣ ⁣ Their entire body and face will say, “I’m so happy to see you.”⁣ ⁣ Because when you’re there,⁣ showing up for them,⁣ 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵 𝘶𝘱.⁣ ⁣ Even if you’re late, they’ll only see you made it, running as fast as possible, ensuring you don’t miss one more second.⁣ ⁣ And when your eyes connect, 𝘫𝘰𝘺 will fill their face.⁣ ⁣ And it doesn’t change.⁣ ⁣ When your kids get older, and you show up to see your grandchildren,⁣ ⁣ at the basketball game or dance recital,⁣ ⁣ not only will your grandkids light up, but so will your son or daughter.⁣ ⁣ 𝘉𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘴 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨.⁣ ⁣ So, show up even if you’re tired,⁣ even if you don’t have to,⁣ even if you’re busy,⁣ even if you have an excuse,⁣ and even if you know you won’t get recognized for it.⁣ ⁣ Because they’ll remember you were there.⁣ ⁣ And if you ever doubt it matters⁣ look at your child’s reaction right when they find you.⁣ ⁣ Their light—𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘵, 𝘫𝘰𝘺, and 𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴—will speak volumes. ✍️: @livingfullaftered 📷: @this_mama_doodles

soulmates aren’t found, they’re made. we choose each other every day. 🫶🏼

Isn’t it amazing how much our actions as parents shape our kids’ personalities? ✨ We’re giving them the tools to navigate the world with grace. Positive parenting and the profound impact it has on shaping a child’s character and behavior is truly beautiful. When children experience unconditional love, respect, encouragement, patience, and kindness from their caregivers, they internalize these values and reflect them in their own interactions with others. It’s a heartwarming testament to the power of nurturing environments and the ripple effect of positive influences on future generations. #parenting #parents #parentingtips #empoweredparenting #empoweringchildren #empoweredparents #positiveparenting #generationalimpact #nurturerevoltution

Motherhood is a whirlwind of transformation, a journey that reshapes your very essence. It’s a crash course in selflessness, patience, and boundless love. From the first moment you hold your baby, you’re swept away into a world where every heartbeat, every giggle, and every tear is a testament to the incredible power of motherhood. It’s a journey that challenges you, changes you, and ultimately fills your life with a depth of joy and love you never knew was possible. ♥️

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simplicity is the essence of happiness 🫶🏼

Perfection is not the goal of parenting because no parent is flawless. Instead, empowered parenting is focused on importance of authenticity, adaptability, and continual growth. 📈 Parent coaches can provide invaluable support and guidance to parents by: ☀️ Offering personalized strategies ☀️ Providing emotional support ☀️ Sharing expertise ☀️ Encouraging self-reflection ☀️ Accountability and motivation ☀️ Building confidence Parent coaches serve as trusted allies in the journey of parenthood, offering guidance, encouragement, and practical support to help families thrive. There is NO perfect parent. Parent coaches simply support you in being the parent YOU want to be. ♥️

DO YOU.... • Dread tantrums and desperately try to avoid them? • Feel like you’re walking on eggshells with your toddler to avoid a meltdown? • Wonder if your child’s tantrums are normal? • Feel exhausted after a meltdown? You’re not alone!!! This workshop is for YOU! YOU WILL LEARN… • What a tantrum is and is not • To understand and identify common tantrum triggers • The importance of reframing how you view tantrums • Your role during a tantrum and how to do it • The key to staying calm during a tantrum • How to respond to tantrums effectively with confidence AND MORE! Are you ready?! Take the first step to calm the chaos in your household today ☀️

Taking steps to heal generational trauma isn’t just about our own well-being; it’s a gift we give to our kids. By noticing our patterns and being mindful about the way we parent, we’re breaking the cycle and creating a healthier future for them. ☀️ #parenting #parentingwithunderstanding #parentingwithintention #parentcoach #parentcoaching #parentingcoach #parenttips #parentingtips #parentsupport

When we become parents, our brain becomes specially wired to feel calm from being with our babies. These changes happen in our dopamine system. 🧠 Our babies become a primary source of intensely good rewarding feelings. The changes also happen as oxytocin exerts a calming effect. This is why many parents feel the calmest and safest when they are with their babies. 👩🏽‍🍼 The more we nurture our babies, the more we develop our parent brains, and the more we can nurture our babies towards lifelong mental wellness. It’s a beautiful cycle. 🔄 #thenurturerevolution #greerkirshenbaum #parentcoaching #parentingwithintention #parentcoach #parentingcoach #parentingtips #neurosciencecoaching

When we, the adults, are attuned with our feelings and are able to understand them, it is much easier for us to support our children to do the same. ✨ Understanding and expressing our feelings helps our children learn to navigate the big emotions they have in a healthy way. ☀️ It empowers them to navigate the complexities of their emotions, fostering resilience and emotional intelligence. 🧠 By grasping their feelings, kids learn to express themselves authentically, forge deeper connections with others, and tackle life’s ups and downs with confidence and compassion. 🫶🏼 #parentcoach #parentingcoach #feelings #parentingwithintention #parentsupport #emotionalintelligence #parentingwithunderstanding

Tantrums are actually a sign that your little one is growing and developing! 🧠 They’re exploring their emotions, testing their boundaries, and learning how to express themselves. ‼️ Tantrums show that they’re developing their independence and trying to figure out how to navigate the world around them. So, while they might be challenging, they’re also a really positive sign of your child’s development and growth! 📈 Let’s reframe how we look at tantrums and successfully support our little ones in how they handle their big emotions! ✨ #parenting #parentcoaching #parentingcoach #parentcoach #parentingwithintention #parentingwithunderstanding #empoweredparenting #tantrums #toddlertantrums #tantrum

The days are long, the years are short, and the love is endless. It’s the toughest job you’ll ever love. ♥️

When we learn how to be secure with our OWN emotional regulation system and physiology, we will no longer dread our child’s huge emotions or nervous system expression (especially fight or flight responses). Our job as parents is to allow our child to feel incredible physiological and emotional pain, and not fear it. Our job is to understand that our child’s fight or flight responses are normal and age appropriate. Our role, especially when our child is yelling, hitting, biting, or throwing, is to invoke safety and stand grounded and present. That does not mean we simply allow our child to attack us while they are overwhelmed. Instead, we feel safe enough to get curious, get creative, and get committed to supporting our child through their dysregulation in a way that serves them best. Our goal as parents is to support children to move up and down the “polyvagal ladder,” (2nd photo) and into the social nervous system. This is where our children feel the safest, most secure, and most willing to cooperate, engage, communicate, and work as a team. The red or blue pathways are not “bad” or “wrong” – these are normal expressions of our human experience. Our children (especially ages 0-7) are 100% dependent on OUR inner safety and inner calm to access their inner safety and inner calm. They cannot self-regulate as children. It is not innate how to calm themselves. Most adults are still learning how to do it (I know I am), yet many of us expect our children to just know how to do it. We have to model, teach, and work through those big emotions together for our children to learn how to. If our children never get the opportunity to feel those big emotions and work through them healthily and properly with us, how will they ever learn how to handle them without us? #empoweredparenting #parentcoaching #parenting #parentingtips #parentcoach #parentingcoach #parentingwithunderstanding #parentingwithpurpose #parentingwithintention #howtobeacalmparent #emotionalregulation

Think about those moments when you are dysregulated and at your wits end, the last thing you need is someone explaining logic. Sometimes you just want to vent and to have someone just be there. It’s the same for your babies. The best thing you can do in these moments is to support them so they can effectively process their emotions. Modeling a calm, regulated nervous system is key to helping kids be able to settle in the moment. This may look like deep breathing, being quiet and being present, or a gentle touch or hug. This promotes trust and shows them that you are willing to help support them through uncomfortable feelings. THEN, when your child is regulated and you have connected, you can discuss the behavior and get to problem solving. Connect. Model. Get curious. Collaborate. #parentcoach #howtobeacalmparent #parentcoaching #parentingcoach #regulation #coregulationbeforeregulation #connectionparenting #parentingwithintention #parentingwithpurpose #parentingwithunderstanding #parentingwithloveandlogic

As we grow older, we often reflect on the people who made a difference in our lives when we were younger. As parents, we have a unique opportunity to be the person our children need as they navigate through life. Remember the struggles and challenges you faced when you were younger, and use that knowledge to guide and support your own children. Be the source of love, encouragement, and understanding that you needed when you were their age. Show them through your actions and words the kind of person they can always turn to for comfort and guidance. Let’s strive to create a safe and nurturing environment for our children, so they can grow up feeling loved and supported. #parenting #parents #parentcoach #parentcoaching #parentingcoach #empoweredparenting #parentsupport #howtobeacalmparent #positiveparenting

Breaking generational patterns is not easy, but it is so important. We all carry forward behaviors and beliefs from our families, but we have the power to change the cycle. It takes courage and strength to challenge the status quo and create a new path for ourselves and future generations. Let’s be the change we wish to see in the world. #breakinggenerationalpatterns #parentingwithunderstanding #parentingwithintention #parenting #parentcoach #parentingcoach #parentcoaching #empoweredparenting #healthyparents #healthyparentshappyfamily

don’t ever doubt how incredible (and incredibly hard) your job is at being a mom ♥️

Knowing ourselves and making sense of our experiences helps us to differentiate, to shed destructive layers from our past that limit us in our lives and become who we really seek to be. For all parents, looking for answers on how to be the best parent they can be, the key is often to venture into yourself and to do so with strength, curiosity, and compassion. Learning how your childhood and how you were raised impacted you as an adult, and is now impacting your child, is vital to growing not only as a parent, but as a person. It’s time to slow down and think about why we’re doing what we’re doing. To be mindful of the way we are handling situations. To be aware if we’re projecting our childhood experiences on our children. ⏱️

☀️When we come to conclusions about who a child is, we pigeonhole them and stunt their evolution. ☀️ Notice if you find yourself attaching a label, positive or negative, vs. trying to understand where these behaviors are coming from (feelings, needs, thoughts, beliefs). ☀️ Shyness is a feeling, not a personality trait, which means it’s something they’ll probably overcome. Labeling it can have the opposite effect. ☀️ When you force a child to talk or hug it reinforces the fact that they don’t have say in how they feel or they don’t have the ability to listen to their bodily autonomy. ☀️ If a child holds back, ASK them how they’re feeling (don’t assume), and let them know.. • the way they’re feeling is normal • it might not last forever • they will have more opportunities to come around if they’re not up for it now Be your child’s advocate. You can respect your child’s slow-to-warm-up nature while helping them learn the skills they need to adjust to new situations and new people successfully. It takes practice, patience and understanding from you as a parent. 🫶🏼 #parenting #parentingtips #parentcoach #parentingwithunderstanding #parentingcoach #parentcoaching #empoweredparenting #attachmentparenting

Just as trauma is generational, healing can be generational too. ❤️‍🩹

the most important things in the world are family and love. ♥️

Isn’t it frustrating when you can’t make your child see reason? 😡 All parenting battles aren’t won with pure reason and logic. A lot of them require awareness and empathy. ❤️‍🩹 Emotional awareness and the ability to manage emotions is a cornerstone of Emotionally Intelligent parenting. Fostering healthy emotional development for children will determine how successful and happy they are throughout life. 🫶🏼 A 19-year longitudinal study published in the American Journal of Public Health by Jones et al. (2015) shows that child’s social-emotional skills at age 5 may predict lifelong success. 🤯 Fortunately, a person’s emotional quotient is not set in stone and can be enhanced with practice (Mattingly & Kraiger, 2019). 📈 Which one are you struggling with right now? 👇🏼 #parenting #parents #parentsupport #parentcoaching #parentingcoach #parentcoach #empoweredparenting #gentleparentingquestion #gentleparentinglife #parentinglife #emotionalintelligenceforkids #emotionalintelligence

choose wisely 🫶🏼

☀️ All behavior is an indication of a need; met or unmet Just because a child is displaying less-than-favorable behavior doesn’t mean that they’re a “bad” child ❗️ So, instead of looking at what’s going on at the surface, it’s important to look at what’s going on underneath the behavior. 🔍 One of the most important aspects of parenting is curiosity. 🧐 Get curious about the current state of our child, what that must feel like, and the reason why they’re feeling that way. Get to the ROOT of the issue, instead of just doing band-aid fixes. 🩹 Staying curious isn’t always the fastest way. Often it takes more time and more trying, but it’s going to give us the long-term results that set our kids up for success and support a healthy relationship. ❤️‍🩹 #parenting #parentingtips #parentcoaching #parentingcoach #howtobeacalmparent #empoweredparenting #parentingempowered

we do the work so they don’t have to 🙌🏼

I am SO excited to announce that I am teaming up with @thevillage.md for an amazing postpartum support group, FREE to ALL mamas! 🤰🏻 Need a safe space to chat? Have questions and are interested in what other mamas are doing? Just want some adult interaction? Whatever it is - we got you! ✊🏼 Comment below or DM for the link to register! ☀️

You don’t yell at your kids because you’re a bad parent. You yell because you’re dysregulated. There’s a HUGE difference ❕ We can’t avoid dysregulation. It happens to all of us. All we can do is work on becoming aware of our own nervous systems needs and how to communicate them in ways that don’t hurt others or ourselves. If you’re one of those parents that lays in bed at night and thinks back to the mistakes you made during the day when you were overwhelmed, frustrated and exhausted.... forgive yourself. Give yourself grace. You’re doing the best you can. That’s all we can do! #parenting #peacefulparenting #gentleparenting #empoweredparenting #parentcoach #parentcoaching #parentingcoach #howtobeacalmparent

Trying to soak in all the snuggles we can while the household still needs to run smoothly is so hard some days. I always try to choose snuggles as I know this stage of life won’t last long enough ♥️ The dishes, laundry, dog drool on the windows and vacuuming will come back again tomorrow - this moment won’t 🥹 #parenting #parentcoach #parentcoaching #momlife #momstruggles

The Holiday Season can be a joyous yet stressful time of the year. 🎄 The most important tip of all, that is not included, is to PREPARE‼️ Some examples include - ☀️if you’re going somewhere, make sure there's food there your kiddo will eat ☀️long car ride? have your child help pack a bag to keep them entertained ☀️ chat with your kiddo what it will be like where you're going and any important information they should know ☀️ decide with your partner what you're going to be flexible on and what you are not going to change (food, bedtime, screen time, etc) ☀️come up with a phrase if you get unwanted feedback ("that's what works for our family! thanks for the input though.") ☀️ remember to regulate if you feel your body becoming tight - go on a walk, take a breather, etc ☀️lastly, don’t go anywhere you don't want to go! If it stresses you and your family out, opt out. ❓Need to discuss how to handle some of these situations or prepare for them? 💬Message me & let's chat!

We know more about emotions than our parents did. 🧠🧐 It’s our duty to use that knowledge with our children to ensure they don’t have to do the same healing we’re doing. ☀️ Get curious about the feelings behind behaviors ☀️ Talk your feelings out ☀️ Teach coping strategies ☀️ Validate instead of dismissing ☀️ Model vulnerability It is not easy rewiring how we act/ react. Many times our natural instinct is to do what our parents did. Whether that’s shaming, punishment, yelling, silence, passive aggressiveness, etc, we owe it to our kiddos to do better and BE better. For US and for THEM. ☀️ Generational trauma ➡️ Generational healing ✅

Discipling doesn't have to look like punishing at home. ❌ You can "discipline" by taking a step back when your kids mess up, talking through what happened, and focusing on solutions for next time. Dan Siegel’s “No-Drama Discipline” focuses on the principle that you can and should combine loving connections with firm boundaries. ☀️Say YES to the child & NO to the misbehavior. #discipline #nodramadiscipline #parentcoach #parentingcoach #parentcoaching #empoweredparenting

Think about how you learn something new.. 🤔 Just like us adults - our little ones have difterent learning styles. Many need visual and/or kinesthetic (hands-on) instructions to truly learn. Don’t just tell - show. Don't just lecture - involve. They'll remember best what they experience themselves.

Need support with parenting? Tired of asking the 'Mom Groups' on Facebook and getting completely mixed answers that don't align with your parenting? 🤦🏻‍♀️ Look no further. One on one parent coaching tailored to meet your individual family's needs. ‼️Benefits include:‼️ ☀️Learn how to manage challenging behavior without becoming permissive ☀️Develop foundational skills for the process of learning ☀️Help your child learn how to self-regulate and deal with strong feelings ☀️Create structure and routines ☀️Create a relationship with your children based on trust, connection and collaboration ☀️Experience peace, harmony and mutual understanding with your children ☀️Heal the wounds you experienced as a child, so your children don’t have to Have more questions about coaching sessions? ❓ Book a 30 minute complimentary call today. http://www.calendly.com/rayofsunshineparenting Looks great and ready to get started? 👏🏼 Fill out the form below to begin! https://forms.gle/ApfrBbMr33zxY5hCA

Hi, I’m Emily Ray, owner of Ray of Sunshine Parenting ☀️ I went through the 12 week Parent Coaching program through @jaiinstituteforparenting in early 2022, despite not having children yet. At the time, I thought it would be a wonderful extra certificate to have based on my passion for education. What I didn't know when I signed up for the course was that it would completely transform myself and how I handle friendships and relationships, and the thought of how I wanted to parent. I learned so many things about what makes me, ME. I dug deep into my childhood and how that affects me now as an adult. I healed so many wounds that I hadn’t realized I even had, and I came to terms and made peace with things I’d wish were different. The journey made me realize I want to give this feeling of peace and comfort to others, thus why I opened Ray of Sunshine Parenting. Whether you already are a parent and want to reflect and revamp, or you are a parent to be and want to plan ahead- I would be happy to help you begin this journey. I understand how hard it is to ask for help. Which is why when you contact me, you will be met with understanding, a non-judgemental openness and a supportive, personalized, effective plan that I will personally guide you through every step of the way. Let’s talk, so that you can stop blaming yourself + instead take the first step towards becoming the kind of parent you know you can be. ☀️ Book your complimentary call today: https://calendly.com/rayofsunshineparenting/30min?back=1&month=2023-06

Let’s ensure we are modeling for our children traits that we are proud of ✨ Sometimes we have to dig a little deeper and ask ourselves, “do I want my child to be like me?” If the answer is no, how can we change that? #parenting #parentcoach #parentcoaching #parentingcoach #parentlife #empoweredparenting #gentleparenting

We all go into parenting knowing how to parent... 👉🏼 the way our parents parented us. ☀️ So many parents know in their heart & gut that they want to parent differently, but they don't know how. Your dreams you have for yourself and your kids are possible. We can absolutely parent effectively without the unhealthy strategies many of us have learned growing up. ☀️ Parenting coaches get to show the parents that hire them, that the dreams they have for themselves and their kids are possible. That we can absolutely parent effectively without harshness, yelling, punishments or consequences. ⁠ You can change the pattern today. You just have to begin! 👏🏼

happy mother’s day to you, no matter what situation you’re in 🫶🏼

FELLOW PREGGO MAMA’S! ‼️🤰🏻 Who’s interested in a group to prepare for motherhood with me? We’ll cover topics to discuss with partners/co-parents before baby arrives, learn about newborn and infant development, discuss birth plans and registries, think about how we plan to handle certain situations, and more! Message me and say INTERESTED to get a group started!

We are all doing the best we can. 🏆 Some days we are staring at the clock waiting for another hour to pass, while other days we feel like supermom that can handle everything thrown at us. That's NORMAL. 👌🏼 We are constantly learning and adjusting. The more we learn about ourselves and our children, the better we can do. 🙌🏼 You may have tried something new today and hit a roadblock. Try again tomorrow 🤷🏻‍♀️ At the same time, you may have done something better today or at least it went smoother than it did yesterday. ✔️ Remember, you need PROGRESS over PERFECTION. Don’t try to be the best. Just be 1% better every day. ☀️ #parenting #parentingtips #parentcoaching #parentcoach #parentingcoach #children #gentleparenting #empoweredparenting #progressnotperfection

Here’s to strong women. May we know them, May we be them, May we raise them. 🫶🏼 #internationalwomensday #womensupportingwomen #motherhood #strongmoms #womensday #womenshistorymonth #womenempowerment

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A peaceful home IS possible. You don’t have to hope that “someday” things will magically improve on their own or panic that you’ve waited too long. If you’re ready to do the work, you can start heading in a new direction today. Respectful parenting strategies build strong relationships with your kids and help you respond with confidence - even when things are challenging. Be the kind of parent you want to be ☀️ Reach out today to get started: 💌 rayofsunshineparenting@gmail.com 🔗 www.rayofsunshineparenting.com

This is a testimony from a parent who took a leap, worked on herself, put in the effort, and trusted the process. ☀️ Do you want to be a more confident, knowledgeable parent? It’s never too late to learn and grow to be the BEST parent you can be ✨ My Parent Coaching group program starts in 2 weeks! Sign up today or reach out for more information. 🔗rayofsunshineparenting.com 💌 rayofsunshineparenting@gmail.com 📞 443.370.8508

Consequences happen for all types of reasons—not just for doing something wrong or getting into trouble. Teaching your child about consequences early on is a great way to curb misbehavior and bad choices. 🌞 Natural consequences are when a child learns from and experiences the natural outcomes of situations. They don’t require much input from an authority figure. Narration or “Sportscasting” can be helpful for children to connect the cause and effect - "Oh no, you threw your toy and it broke." 🌞 Logical Consequences outlined by Jane Nelson follows the 3 R's: - Related to the behavior: If your child throws a toy, you take away the toy. Not related: you send her to bed early - Respectful towards the child: If your child spills a drink, you say, “Oops, looks like you spilled it, what should we do now? .. Yeah, let's clean this up!” Not respectful: "WHY did you spill that?? Go to your room so I can clean it up!" - Reasonable: If your child gets in trouble at school for not completing a homework assignment, you discuss it with him and agree to cut TV or play time by 30 minutes to ensure the homework is completed. Non-reasonable: you ground him for a month. Whether you let a natural consequence unfold or use a logical consequence, children need an opportunity to practice doing the right thing. Allowing your child to make mistakes and learn from those mistakes in a kind and loving manner is neurologically more beneficial to your child in the long run. #parenting #consequences #discipline #parentcoach #parentingcoach #parentcoaching #childdevelopment

GROUP CLASS NOW OPEN ‼️ ‼️ ‼️ ‼️ The 12-week program includes weekly videos and workbook pages followed up with a one-hour coaching session each week with a small group through zoom. During this journey you should expect to gain: ☀️ A broader insight into what your children communicate through their behavior ☀️ A deeper understanding of what can be expected of children at different ages and stages - development is not a simple and straight upward trajectory ☀️ A survey of various discipline techniques, how they work or don’t work and how to develop your own positive approach ☀️ An understanding of core styles of parenting; which is your approach and how can it be tweaked to enhance your relationships ☀️ How to parent with intention and gain greater confidence in your choices If you have a willingness to look at your parenting with the fresh perspective, I'm here to begin that journey with you! Want to know the best part?!?! Right now, it's totaling at $10 A DAY. Yep, $10 a day. Switch your morning coffee and bagel out for a transformed relationship with your children, your partner, and yourself. Click on the link below or scan the QR code for registration, payment and Q&A's! https://forms.gle/5r9wp4NzVzdLQjhK8

There is no magic trick for us to “fix” your child’s unwanted behavior - but we can ☀️work together to build an empowering environment ☀️use science to form individual strategies for you and your child & ☀️ensure you are the healthy, conscious parent you’ve always wanted to be. One 30 minute call or one group session is NOT going to tell you anything different than google did because it’s NOT individualized to your child and their needs. That’s why we do a 3 month program to ensure you are fully transformed and knowledgeable when you are done. It seems SO easy to invest in a new computer, new couch, or a gym membership that we never seem to use (whoops) - so why not invest in your child and their future? Make the decision today & begin a journey with me to create a happier, healthier relationship with your child 🫶🏼

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In our 12 week program, our philosophy is based on this truth: Our children’s behavior is a direct reflection of their needs (met or unmet) and our triggers (expressed consciously or expressed unconsciously). When we change, our children’s behavior changes. So, we provide a deeply transformational experience for parents first. As you let go of your residual feelings and unconscious belief patterns left over from your childhood and the way you were parented —you are able to quickly release the old, limiting beliefs and replace them with your own empowering beliefs—the ones that will truly support your best parenting. The 12-week program includes weekly videos and workbook pages followed up with a one-hour coaching session each week, focused on the topics in the picture. If you have a willingness to look at your parenting with the fresh perspective of empowerment for all members of the family, emotional intelligence, and non-violent communication, I'm here to begin that journey with you! ☀️

Ever noticed how your child imitates you in pretty much everything you do? • You read a book, they want to read. • You play on your phone, they want to be on a phone. • You brush your hair, they want to brush theirs. • You eat, oh you KNOW they want to eat too. In the same way, our children look to us to model to them how to respond during difficult moments. When we begin to understand the brain of a child, we find that our children need a regulated adult to co-regulate off of. Without an adult to co-regulate off of, a child feels unsafe and scared in this big wide world they yet understand how to interact in. We pass down our "tool box" to them, are you happy with the box you're passing down? 🧰

“When you master the art of perception, parenting is much less triggering.” ☀️ Parent Coaching is here to help you learn your own triggers and how to work through them, so when your child pushes those buttons (like we know they LOVE to!) you are prepared and able to handle the situation with a clear mind. Book your FREE 30 minute consultation call to see if our program would benefit you and your family 🫶🏼 🔗www.rayofsunshineparenting.com

Let’s do the work so that our children don’t have to 🫶🏼 We owe it to ourselves & to them to heal from past hurt, learn, grow and all around be better individuals. #parenting #parentingtips #parentcoach #parentcoaching #breakinggenerationalcycles

When practicing transformational parenting, we are dedicated to unlearning communication programming rooted in judgment, criticism, blame, shame, and projection. We are willing to learn and practice non-violent, compassionate communication within our own heads, and with our children. Alfie Kohn calls this “talk less, ask more.” We practice daily, taking ownership for our feelings and needs, and communicating directly, compassionately, and with curiosity. We will hold space for our children as they find their voice and we will make space for their voice to be heard. ☀ #parenting #parentcoach #parentingcoach #parentingtips #breakinggenerationalcycles #dobetterbebetter #childdevelopment #nonviolentcommunication #nvc

“Hey Siri, how do I make my household less chaotic?!” If only it were that easy… ☀️Let a parent coach individualize your your situation, and work with you every step of the way to ensure your household is the peace you’ve been needing.

Do you…. • have questions about your child’s development? • want ideas on how to parent differently than you were parented? • interested in learning about how your child’s attachment to you affects the rest of their life? • just need a safe space to vent and get some feedback? Whatever the case may be, a parent coach can help you through it. You can grow as a parent on your worst day, just as much as you can on your best day. ❤️ Interested in learning more? Book a FREE 30 minute ‘Get To Know Me’ session to see how we can work together. 🔗 www.calendly.com/rayofsunshineparenting #parenting #parentcoach #parentingtips #parentproblems #parentsupport #parentingcoach

Through our 12-week Parent Coaching Course, you can expect to view your relationships, friendships and most importantly, your parenting in an entire new, more positive light. ✏️Schedule a discovery call to see if Parent Coaching is right for you! 🔗https://calendly.com/rayofsunshineparenting

Parent Coaching is a capacity-building approach; it is used to support parents and caregivers to learn and develop knowledge and skills that support their child’s development in a variety of area. Effective coaching supports and enhances parents’ and caregivers’ confidence and competence in using particular skills. If you’d like to build skills in any of these areas, feel free to reach out for a complimentary call! 📞 (443)370-8508 💌rayofsunshineparenting@gmail.com ⌨️ www.rayofsunshineparenting.com #parenting #parentingtips #parentcoach

So many parents know what kind of parent they want to be — but they’re not quite sure how to get there. There are no “one size fits all” parenting tips, tricks or classes. 👎🏼 If parenting advice was easy to receive and implement, achieving this would be a google search away. A parent coach meets the parents exactly where they are on their parenting journey, and works with them to design a path forward that is uniquely suited to them. Let’s bring your parenting vision to reality, so you can be the truest form of yourself for your kiddos. 🫶🏼

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